Nordmarka (Oslo), Norway

Nordmarka Oslo

Forest and lakes on the edge of Oslo, reached by metro.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Nordmarka

Day 1

  1. MorningTake metro line 1 to Frognerseteren and walk into the forest on the marked trails.
  2. AfternoonSwim in a forest lake like Sognsvann, or walk the easy loop around it.
  3. EveningReturn to Oslo for dinner, half an hour away.

Day 2

Visit the Holmenkollen ski jump and its ski museum.

What to eat

A waffle with brown cheese at a forest hut like Ullevålseter.

Local tips

Make the most of Nordmarka

Beat the crowds

Weekends are busy with Oslo locals. Weekdays are calm.

Best photo spot

The forest lake at Sognsvann, especially on a still morning.

Getting there

Metro line 5 runs to Sognsvann in about 20 minutes. Line 1 goes up to Frognerseteren.

Don't miss nearby

The Holmenkollen ski jump and its ski museum.

Good to know

A flat path circles Sognsvann in about an hour. In winter, the trails become cross-country ski tracks.

Plan your visit

Getting to Nordmarka

Getting there

  • Oslo Airport (OSL)35 km away
  • Oslo8 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeNature spot
Good forNature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryNorway

Questions

Nordmarka: good to know

Is Nordmarka worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature. Forest and lakes on the edge of Oslo, reached by metro.

How many days do you need in Nordmarka?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Nordmarka?

You can visit all year. Weekends are busy with Oslo locals. Weekdays are calm.

How do you get to Nordmarka?

The nearest airport is Oslo Airport (OSL), about 35 km away. Metro line 5 runs to Sognsvann in about 20 minutes. Line 1 goes up to Frognerseteren.

What is there to see near Nordmarka?

Nearby hidden places include Oslo (8.5 km), Lillehammer (127 km) and Smögen (183 km).

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